More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 27

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Shawn Cole, managing partner at Hill Hill Carter Franco Cole & Black where she has worked for nearly 25 of her 32 years of practicing law. Shawn is based in Montgomery, Alabama. The firm has other offices in Birmingham, Fairhope, and Kentucky.

Shawn practices law primarily in the workers' compensation area and is a mediator. While she loves the practice of law and mediating cases, she is passionate about her community and finding ways to serve those who are underserved, partnering with groups such as Flatline Community Coalition (on north side of town) or Strong Foundation (on the west side of town) to connect people who may have resources of time, talents, or money to support the boots on the ground ministries who are truly effective. Shawn loves that her family shares her passion for service and believes her children are so deeply moved to serve because of their involvement in local missions from early childhood.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* How Shawn Cole’s upbringing inspireD her lifelong commitment to community service

* The unique approach Shawn’s law firm takes to encourage volunteerism among its staff

* How organizations like Strong Foundation and Flatline Community Coalition are transforming the lives of at-risk youth in Montgomery

* A powerful story that illustrates the impact of mentorship and support on a young person’s future

* The ways Shawn Cole defines being “more than a lawyer” and how others can follow her example

Learn more about Shawn Cole:

* Visit Hill Hill Carter’s website: https://www.hillhillcarter.com

* Connect with Shawn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-cole-29871b12

* Follow Hill Hill Carter on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hillhillcarter

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

* Email: [email protected]

* Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

* Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

* Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

* Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

* Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/

* Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 26

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Hunter Garnett, cowboy lawyer & managing partner of Garnett Patterson Injury Lawyers from Danville, Alabama. 

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * What inspired Hunter Garnett to pursue a career in personal injury law and how his background influenced his journey

 * How Hunter’s family became involved with Grace Ministries and the impact the organization has had in Guatemala

 * Ways Grace Ministries empowers Guatemalan youth through education and vocational training

 * How listeners can support Grace Ministries and contribute to its mission from afar

 * Why Hunter believes it is important for lawyers to be actively involved in their local communities and how he balances professional and personal life

Learn more about Hunter Garnett:

 * Visit Grace Ministries’ Website and consider donating: https://www.aglimpseofgrace.com

 * Follow Grace Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aglimpseofgrace

 * Visit Garnett Patterson Injury Lawyers’ website: https://huntsvilleinjurylawyers.com/team

 * Connect with Hunter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-garnett-56895876

 * Visit and subscribe to Garnett Patterson Injury Lawyers’ YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@garnettpattersoninjurylawyers

 * Follow Garnett Patterson Injury Lawyers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarnettPattersonLaw

 * Follow Hunter on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cowboylawyer

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

 * Email: [email protected]

 * Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

 * Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/
 * Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 25

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Tom Soldan, partner at Marquis Law Group. 

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 - Tom Soldan’s inspiration to pursue special education advocacy and how his background influenced this path

 - How the collaborative environment at Marquis Law Group benefits both attorneys and their clients

 - How Tom’s experience as a lawyer contributed to his role as a youth sports coach and mentor

 - The purpose and impact of The Thomas D. Horne Leadership in the Law Program (known commonly as Law Camp), a summer program for rising high school seniors in Loudoun County

 - How Tom defines being “more than a lawyer” and what motivates him to give back to his community

Learn more about Tom Soldan:

 * View Tom’s profile on Marquis Law Group’s website: https://marquislawgroup.com/attorneys/thomas-c-soldan

 * Connect with Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soldanlaw

 * Learn more about Law Camp: https://loudounbar.org/page/what-is-law-camp

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

 * Email: [email protected]

 * Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

 * Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/
 * Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 24

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Ramiro Rodriquez, owner of a real estate company, a cigar bar, and a law firm. He came to America at the age of 7 and did not know English, yet managed to retire at the age of 47! 

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * Ramiro Rodriguez's journey from childhood in Mexico to becoming a lawyer in the United States in pursuit of the American Dream

 * Challenges Ramiro faced as a first-generation college student and how he overcome them to start his legal career and multiple businesses

 * Ramiro's involvement in his community, such as real estate and educational outreach

 * The significant entrepreneurial ventures that Ramiro has undertaken outside of his legal career, including his latest project in the cigar industry

 * How Ramiro's belief in helping others and maintaining a positive attitude reflects the core message of being "More Than a Lawyer"

Learn more about Ramiro Rodriquez:

 * Visit GA Injury Advocates’ website: http://www.gainjuryadvocates.com or http://ralawfirm.com

 * Follow GA Injury Advocates on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gainjuryadvocates

 * Follow GA Injury Advocates on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GAinjuryadvocates

 * Visit GA Injury Advocates’ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gainjuryadvocates

 * Follow GA Injury Advocates on X: https://x.com/GA_Advocates

 * Follow GA Injury Advocates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ga-injury-advocates

 * Follow GA Injury Advocates on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gainjuryadvocates

 * Connect with Ramiro on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramiro-rodriguez-esq-0a819061

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

 * Email: [email protected]

 * Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

 * Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/

* Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 23

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Christopher Word of Word Family Law Group in Alabama.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* The challenges and rewards of running a statewide family law practice

* Christopher’s approach to balancing the emotional turmoil in family law cases with compassion and effective client service

* Christopher's involvement with the Freedom Center, a homeless ministry and resource center in

Gadsden, Alabama, emphasizing its unique services like free showers and laundry for the homeless

* How Christopher integrates his faith, community service, and law practice, highlighting the importance of being "more than just a lawyer" by contributing positively to the community and maintaining a holistic approach to life.

Learn more about Christopher Word:

* Visit Word Family Law Group’s website: https://wordfamilylaw.com

* Connect with Christopher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-word-9167028

* Follow Word Family Law Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/word-family-law-group

* Visit Word Family Law Group on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WordFamilyLawGroup/videos

* Follow Word Family Law Group on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordfamilylawgroup

* Follow Word Family Law Group on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wordfamilylawgroup

* Follow Word Family Law Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christopherwordattorney

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

* Email: [email protected]

* Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

* Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

* Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

* Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc

* Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/

* Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 23

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Patricia Barbarito, divorce lawyer & co-managing partner of Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno, PC. Patricia is also host of her own popular podcast Heartbreak & Hope with Pat Barbarito.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Pat Barbarito’s insights into her practice and philosophy on marriage and divorce

* Pat’s podcast, "Heartbreak and Hope," which explores various forms of heartbreak with an emphasis on finding hope

* Pat’s involvement with Eva's Village, a nonprofit aiding the homeless and those with food insecurity and addiction issues

* The importance of self-understanding, therapy, and leveraging legal skills for community service and personal growth

* The value of being authentic and present in both professional and personal endeavors, advising young lawyers to know themselves and to use their unique skillsets to make a broader impact.

Learn more about Patricia Barbarito:

* Visit Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno, PC’s website: https://www.einhornlawyers.com

* Connect with Patricia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-m-barbarito-esq-a3213523

* Visit Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno, PC’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@einhornbarbarito4111

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC, a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

* Email: [email protected]

* Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson

* Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

* Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

* Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc

* Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a

* Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 21

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Leon Hampton, Principal Attorney at Beasley Allen Law Firm, one of the country’s leading civil litigation firms, holding several national records for verdicts and settlements that have impacted both industries and the public.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Leon Hampton’s career transition from criminal law to civil law at Beasley Allen and the importance of community service at the firm

* Leon’s passionate involvement in pastoral work and various community programs at First Baptist Church of Greater Washington Park

* Leon’s role on the board of directors for Legal Services of Alabama and their recent successful expungement clinic

* The importance of lawyers serving as community leaders and the support from firms like Beasley Allen in making space for such efforts

Learn more about Leon Hampton:

* Connect with Leon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-hampton-jr-4175ab70

* Follow Beasley Allen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beasley-allen-law-firm/mycompany

* Read Leon’s bio on Beasley Allen’s website: https://www.beasleyallen.com/attorney/leon-hampton

* Email: [email protected]

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

* Email: [email protected]

* Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

* Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

* Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

* Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

* Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/

* Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Ep 20

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Johnny Joubert, principal of the personal injury firm, Joubert Law Firm.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Johnny’s military service experience 

* Joubert Law Firm’s focus on supporting veterans and first responders through scholarships and other community initiatives

* The specific needs of veterans, such as access to disability benefits and education scholarships, and the role of lawyers in helping veterans navigate these issues

* The importance of lawyers giving back to their communities and ways individuals can get involved in supporting veterans and first responders

Learn more about Johnny Joubert:

 * Visit Joubert Law Firm’s website: https://www.joubertlawfirm.com

* Connect with Johnny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnny-joubert-a41382b

* Visit Joubert Law Firm’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joubertlawfirm

* Follow Joubert Law Firm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoubertLawFirm

* Follow Joubert Law Firm on X: https://x.com/JoubertLawFirm

* Follow Joubert Law Firm on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joubertlawfirm

* Follow Joubert Law Firm on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joubertlawfirm

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

 * Email: [email protected]

 * Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

 * Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

 * Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/

 * Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 19

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Laura dePaz Cabrera, principal of dePaz Cabrera Immigration Law, a practice solely focused on immigration and nationality law, excelling in family-based and employment-based visas, waivers, citizenship, consular processing of immigrant and non-immigrant visas and immigration solutions for victims of crimes and domestic violence.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Laura’s participation in the Junior League of Gainesville, an organization dedicated to supporting women and children through volunteerism and community projects such as the "Miracle on Main Street" event

* Laura’s passion for music and how she connects with her community by performing in a band alongside her family

* The importance of balancing professional life with personal interests and community engagement, embodying the essence of being "More Than A Lawyer."

Learn more about Laura dePaz Cabrera:

* Visit dePaz Cabrera Immigration Law’s website: http://www.352immigration.com

* Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradepaz

* Subscribe to dePaz Cabrera Immigration Law’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@dePazCabreraImmigrationLaw

* Subscribe to Laura’s YouTube channel presented in Spanish and designed for those who wish to begin their immigration process in the United States: https://www.youtube.com/@adelanteinmigrante9817

* Follow DePaz Cabrera Immigration Law on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/352immigration

* Follow DePaz Cabrera Immigration Law on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/depazcabreraimmigration

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

* Email: [email protected]

* Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

* Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

* Follow Jinks Crow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlabamaLawTeam

* Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

* Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/

* Follow Christy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crowchristy

More Than A Lawyer with Christy Crow, Episode 18

In this episode of More Than a Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Tanya Jeffords, Attorney and Founder of Jeffords & Associates in Augusta, Georgia. Tanya’s law firm specializes in criminal defense, civil rights, employment, labor law, and personal injury cases. Beyond her legal practice, Tanya shares her passion for giving back to the community through initiatives like Dream Builders of America's Youth and the Frederick Douglass Mobile Reading Room, programs dedicated to inspiring young minds and preventing the school-to-prison pipeline.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Tanya’s journey in law and how Mercer Law School influenced her career

* The creation of Dream Builders and its impact on youth development

* The Frederick Douglass Mobile Reading Room and its mission to foster a love for reading

* How Tanya balances her thriving law practice with community service

* Her powerful message on finding balance through faith and service

Learn more about Tanya Jeffords :

* LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-jeffords-b7698624b

* Read Tanya’s bio on her firm’s website: https://jeffordslaw.com/about/attorney-tanya-d-jeffords

* Consider donating to Dream Builders: https://dreambuildersinc.org/donate

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About More Than a Lawyer:

The More Than a Lawyer podcast highlights amazing acts of service that lawyers perform all over the country. Your host, Christy Crow, is Managing Attorney at Jinks Crow, PC., a woman-owned personal injury law firm located in Alabama, with offices in Union Springs and Montgomery. Jinks Crow is big enough to fight, small enough to care, representing clients in personal injury, wrongful death, accidents, and product liability cases.

Watch more episodes of More Than a Lawyer:

https://www.jinkscrow.com

Connect and learn more from your host, Christy Crow and Jinks Crow P.C.:

* Email: [email protected]

* Follow Jinks Crow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jinks-crow-dickson/

* Follow Jinks Crow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jinkscrow

* Follow Jinks Crow on X: https://x.com/AlabamaLawTeam

* Follow Jinks Crow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jinkscrowpc/

* Connect with Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-crow-1b6204a/

* Follow Christy on X: https://x.com/crowchristy